2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Frontier | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Frontier | Sierra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2031 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |